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Upper Mustang Tiji Festival Trek - May 16, 17 & 18, 2023 - 19 Days

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19 Days

Age Range 10 - 70 years

Group Size 1 - 15

$1,990 /Adult

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Itinerary

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Day 1: 9th May 2023: Arrival in Kathmandu & Transfer to hotel

Hotel - 3 Stars

Includes standard meals ( Dinner , Dinner , Dinner )

Day 2: 10th May 2023: Trek Preparation or Free day in Kathmandu Valley

Hotel - 3 Stars

Includes standard meals ( Breakfast , Breakfast , Breakfast )

Day 3: 11th May 2023: Flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara

Hotel - 3 Stars

Includes standard meals ( Breakfast , Breakfast , Breakfast )

Day 4: 12th May 2023: Fly to Jomsom and drive to Chuksang ( 20min flight, drive 3-4 hours)

Teahouse

Includes standard meals ( Breakfast , Breakfast , Breakfast , Lunch , Lunch , Lunch , Dinner , Dinner , Dinner )

Day 5: 13th May 2023: Trek Chhuksang to Syangbochen

Trek Duration 6 Hours

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Teahouse

Includes standard meals ( Breakfast , Breakfast , Breakfast , Lunch , Lunch , Lunch , Dinner , Dinner , Dinner )

Day 6: 14th May 2023: Trek from Shyanbochen to Tsarang (3,620m)

Trek Duration 7-8 Hours

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Teahouse

Includes standard meals ( Breakfast , Breakfast , Breakfast , Lunch , Lunch , Lunch , Dinner , Dinner , Dinner )

Day 7: 15th May 2023: Trek from Tsarang to LoManthang (3,840m) and excursion

Trek Duration 3-4 hours

Teahouse

Includes standard meals ( Breakfast , Breakfast , Breakfast , Lunch , Lunch , Lunch , Dinner , Dinner , Dinner )

Day 8: 16 th May 2023: Attend the first day of the Tiji Festival in LoManthang

Teahouse

Includes standard meals ( Breakfast , Breakfast , Breakfast , Lunch , Lunch , Lunch , Dinner , Dinner , Dinner )

Day 9: 17th May 2023: Observe 2nd day of Tiji Festival with Mask Dance

Teahouse

Includes standard meals ( Breakfast , Breakfast , Breakfast , Lunch , Lunch , Lunch , Dinner , Dinner , Dinner )

Day 10: 18th May 2023: 3rd and last day of Tiji Festival Trek

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Teahouse

Includes standard meals ( Breakfast , Breakfast , Breakfast , Lunch , Lunch , Lunch , Dinner , Dinner , Dinner )

Day 11: 19th May 2023: Trek Lo Manthang to Yara and visit to Luri Gompa.

Trek Duration 6-7 hours

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Teahouse

Includes standard meals ( Breakfast , Breakfast , Breakfast , Lunch , Lunch , Lunch , Dinner , Dinner , Dinner )

Day 12: 20th May 2023: Trek to Tange

Trek Duration 5-6 hours

Teahouse

Includes standard meals ( Breakfast , Breakfast , Breakfast , Lunch , Lunch , Lunch , Dinner , Dinner , Dinner )

Day 13: 21th May 2023: Trek from Tange to Chhuksang

Trek Duration 8-9 hours

Teahouse

Includes standard meals ( Breakfast , Breakfast , Breakfast , Lunch , Lunch , Lunch , Dinner , Dinner , Dinner )

Day 14: 22nd May 2023: Trek Chhusang to Muktinath

Trek Duration 6-7 hours

Teahouse

Includes standard meals ( Breakfast , Breakfast , Breakfast , Lunch , Lunch , Lunch , Dinner , Dinner , Dinner )

Day 15: 23rd May 2023: Trek Muktinath to Jomsom

Trek Duration 5 hours

Hotel

Includes standard meals ( Breakfast , Breakfast , Breakfast , Lunch , Lunch , Lunch , Dinner , Dinner , Dinner )

Day 16: May 2023: Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara and rest at Pokhara.

Hotel - 3 Stars

Includes standard meals ( Breakfast , Breakfast , Breakfast )

Day 17: Day 17 25th May 2023: Drive from Pokhara to Royal Beach Camp at Trishuli

Camping

Includes standard meals ( Breakfast , Breakfast , Breakfast )

Day 18: 26th May 2023:Drive back to Kathmandu

Hotel - 3 Stars

Includes standard meals ( Breakfast , Breakfast , Breakfast )

Day 19: Departure 27th May 2023

Includes standard meals ( Breakfast , Breakfast , Breakfast )

The Cost Include(s)

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The Cost Exclude(s)

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Review

4.9

473 reviews

Damian B

May 18, 2025

Nepal Social Treks Review

I’ve just completed the 15 day Everest Base Camp trek with Nepal Social Treks and can’t praise the company, guide & porter highly enough. My guide in particular, Lhakpa was an absolute star who could not do enough to make the time away as comfortable as possible. Considerate, knowledgeable, funny, kind & inspiring. I genuinely don’t think I could have completed the trek without their support! A lifetime ambition completed thanks :)

jose luis P

May 17, 2025

EBC by Gokyo

If you are planning to do the EBC, the Agency should be Nepal Social Trek and the Guide should be Santa Thabir Magar. Permanent communication during trekking and excellent coordination at all times. The alternative I recommend is Gokyo. Something heavier than the classic, but definitely extraordinary. Also the views of the great mountains during the circuit, are not to forget them

T3619NZreginas

May 10, 2025

Great guide

The Everest Base Camp trek was amazing. Everything was organised for us. The accommodation and food was better than we expected. Our guide Amrit was professional, knowledgeable, and kind. He adjusted our trip to follow our pace. When we got sick, he was extremely helpful and caring, and made sure we got the care we needed. We can't wait to return to trek again.

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5 Stars 20 reviews

Damian Brannigan

May 17, 2025

I’ve just completed the 15 day Everest Base Camp trek with Nepal Social Treks and can’t praise the company, guide & porter highly enough. My guide in particular, Lhakpa was an absolute star who could not do enough to make the time away as comfortable as possible. Considerate, knowledgeable, funny, kind & inspiring. I genuinely don’t think I could have completed the trek without their support! A lifetime ambition completed thanks :)

Elisa Di Ronza

Apr 30, 2025

Reaching Everest Base Camp was a dream of mine and this trek was really amazing!! Narayan, our guide, was truly skilled and great company; he supported us even in the most difficult moments. A heartfelt thank you to the porters, who, tireless and always smiling, made our trek possible! Well done, everyone!

Marco Ciuffreda

Apr 30, 2025

We did the 12 days trek from Lukla to Everest Base Camp. It was an amazing experience! The trip is beautiful. Our guide Narayan helped us in every moment to reach the final destination. The porters were very kind. We recommend this experience!

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FAQS

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Are there any physical requirements to do the Upper Mustang Trek?

The Upper Mustang Trek can be strenuous in some parts as there are some distinct uphill climbs. However, it does not require any previous trekking experience. It is suitable for moderately fit people, and we will be providing a good pace as well as plenty of stops.We do recommend some physical fitness prep before your arrival to avoid any overexertion. In case you are suffering from any pre-existing medical condition, we suggest you consult your doctor before picking up this trek.

Are there provisions for ATMs or credit cards during the trek?

There are plenty of ATM and credit card facilities available in Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Jomsom. Beyond this, you will need to carry cash as such provisions aren’t available in the more remote areas.

What are the accommodations for this trek?

Rest assured, there will be no compromises when it comes to your accommodation. Even when we are trekking to the more remote areas, you will be staying in teahouses or guest lodges. You can expect excellent local hospitalities, and all the basic facilities you need to be catered to. When we are in a major city, we will be staying at 3 to 4-star hotels.

Could I get altitude sickness on this trek?

The elevation on this trek does exceed 3500m. There is a possibility that you could get altitude sickness. However, we have designed the itinerary to make sure you can acclimatize properly. Our first aid kit is also fully equipped to take care of you.

What are the dates of the Tiji festival in 2023?

Tiji is celebrated according to the Tibetan calendar, and this year 2023, it lies on the 16th, 17th, and 18th of May.

Can you drive to Lomanthang ?

Yes, if you do not want to trek you can reach Lomanthang via jeep, and participate in Tiji Festival at UpperMustang.

$1,990 /Adult

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